by Tom | Mar 28, 2017 | Company profiles
Ben has been part of the team at UKSA in Cowes for many years, starting out as an instructor. He’s undertaken a number of different roles within the organisation and became Chief Executive a year ago. You’ve been in post for a year now – how has it been? Do things...
by Tom | Mar 5, 2017 | Company profiles
BeCalmed Wellbeing and Medispa definitely has the feelgood factor! Tom Stroud finds out how the Cowes business continues to grow, now employing 9 people. Caroline Hurley and her team of sports, holistic and beauty therapists have been providing “an oasis of calm, just...
by Tom | Nov 28, 2016 | Company profiles
Tipsy Wight is described as “the English countryside in a bottle”. Tom Stroud meets the husband and wife team behind the Island’s quirky vodka brand With a wide range of flavour combinations, unique and intelligent branding and distinctive sloping bottles, Tipsy Wight...
by Tom | Oct 28, 2016 | Company profiles
More than 500 Island businesses get their drinking water from Wight Crystal. By buying locally, they’re also supporting Island charities. Molly Power finds out more “When people come and visit us, they love us, so getting people through the front door is crucial,”...
by Molly Power | Oct 10, 2016 | Company profiles
Flying the flag: New craft and a £10 million investment in the business – Tom Stroud finds out where Hovertravel goes next More than 50 years since Hovertravel began serving the Island the company continues to grow. Even the most casual customer will have...
by Molly Power | Oct 10, 2016 | Company profiles
From Glastonbury to the Garlic Festival – from Cowes Week to Coldplay – Island based events company Spyder has been putting up stages, rigging and sound systems since 2004. Tom Stroud finds out more “I still get a buzz from the events. When they come together and...
